August 4, 2026

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Sensex Surges 568 Points, Nifty Closes Above 23,550: Dalal Street Rides Bullish Wave; What Drove Today’s Rally & What Investors Need to Know

The Indian stock market delivered a strong performance on Tuesday, with the BSE Sensex climbing 568 points and the Nifty 50 index settling above 23,550, driven by renewed investor confidence and positive domestic developments, despite mixed global market conditions.

Rajya Sabha Elections 2026 Results: NDA Sweeps Bihar, Gains Ground in Odisha, Haryana Poll Hit by Controversy

The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has made significant gains in the 2026 Rajya Sabha elections, winning all five seats in Bihar and making inroads in Odisha, while the election in Haryana was marred by controversy and procedural disputes, highlighting the growing polarization in state politics and concerns about electoral transparency.

Delhi High Court Orders Takedown of False Online Claims Linking Hardeep Puri’s Daughter to Jeffrey Epstein

The Delhi High Court has ordered the removal of false online claims linking Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri's daughter to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein, in a significant move against the spread of misinformation on digital platforms.

Lok Sabha Revokes Suspension of Opposition MPs as Parliament Budget Session Heats Up Amid Protests and Adjournments

The Lok Sabha has revoked the suspension of 8 Opposition MPs, marking a significant development in the ongoing Parliament Budget Session, as the government and Opposition continue to clash over various issues, including the recent suspension and the Appropriation Bill 2026.

Gujarat Launches Massive Statewide Vaccination Drive to Combat Foot-and-Mouth Disease in Livestock

In a bid to prevent the spread of Foot-and-Mouth Disease, the Gujarat government has launched a massive statewide vaccination campaign, targeting over 20 million livestock animals, including cattle, buffaloes, sheep, and goats, to protect the rural economy and ensure the long-term health and productivity of the state's livestock population.

Fire Breaks Out at Thiruvananthapuram Government Hospital, Patients Evacuated Amid Panic

A sudden fire at a Thiruvananthapuram government hospital sparked panic, but thanks to swift action by hospital staff and emergency services, patients were evacuated safely, with no major casualties reported, and an investigation is now underway to determine the cause.

AAP MP Raghav Chadha Urges Government to Allow Married Couples to File Joint Income Tax Returns

Aam Aadmi Party MP Raghav Chadha has urged the government to introduce an optional joint filing system for Income Tax Returns for married couples, aiming to make the tax structure fairer and more aligned with household financial realities, and to reduce tax inequities for families with uneven income distribution between spouses.

Kannada Author Amaresh Nugadoni Wins Prestigious Sahitya Akademi Award for Outstanding Literary Contributions

Renowned Kannada author Amaresh Nugadoni has been awarded the prestigious Sahitya Akademi award for his exceptional literary contributions, recognizing his talent and dedication to Kannada storytelling with his award-winning story collection, Dada Serisu Tande.

Mandya Gears Up for India’s First Fully Digital Census 2027: Officers, Tech Training and Fieldwork Plans in Focus

Mandya district in Karnataka is intensifying field preparations for India's first fully digital census, scheduled to take place in 2026-27, with a focus on officer training, tech integration, and fieldwork plans to ensure accurate and efficient data collection.

Election Commission Orders Fresh Police Leadership in Four Key TN Districts to Strengthen Poll Preparations Ahead of 2026 Assembly Elections

The Election Commission of India has taken a significant step to ensure the impartiality and credibility of the electoral process in Tamil Nadu by ordering the appointment of new Superintendents of Police in four key districts - Erode, Karur, Nagapattinam, and Virudhunagar - ahead of the 2026 Assembly Elections.

BJP Unveils First List of 47 Candidates for 2026 Kerala Assembly Elections: High‑Profile Faces Including Rajeev Chandrasekhar & K Surendran Signal Strategic Push to Expand Footprint

The BJP has announced its first list of 47 candidates for the 2026 Kerala Legislative Assembly elections, marking a crucial step in the party's strategy to challenge the traditional dominance of the UDF and LDF in the state, with high-profile leaders like Rajeev Chandrasekhar and K Surendran leading the charge.

BSE Sensex Reclaims 75,000 & Nifty50 Surges on Strong Rally — Key Stocks Rally as Markets Snap 3‑Day Losing Streak

The Indian stock market rebounded strongly on Monday, with the BSE Sensex closing at 75,502.85 and Nifty50 ending at 23,408.80, as investors regained confidence amid mixed global cues and robust buying in financials and auto sectors.

Kerala Politics Sees Significant Shift as High Profile Defections to BJP Set to Disrupt Indian State’s Election Landscape

In a significant development, key leaders from Congress and CPI(M) have defected to the BJP in Kerala, marking a major shift in the state's political landscape and setting the stage for a thrilling contest in the run-up to the next election.

Defamation Case Update: Delhi High Court Sets Final Hearing Date for MJ Akbar vs Priya Ramani on September 24

The Delhi High Court has set a final hearing date of September 24 for MJ Akbar's defamation case against journalist Priya Ramani, marking a significant milestone in the long-running case that has sparked widespread discussion around the MeToo movement in India.

Cyber Frauds Targeting Seniors on the Rise: 78-Year-Old Woman Loses ₹38 Lakh to Scammers Posing as NIA Officers.

A 78-year-old woman in India was duped of ₹38 lakh by scammers posing as NIA officers, using a tactic known as "digital arrest" to convince her to transfer money to clear her name, highlighting the need for awareness and education about cyber frauds among senior citizens.

Supreme Court Declines Direct Probe Into Mercury Risks in Bhopal Gas Tragedy Waste, Redirects Plea to High Court Amid Environmental Safety Concerns

The Supreme Court of India has rejected a petition seeking a direct investigation into mercury risks in Bhopal Gas Tragedy waste, redirecting the matter to the Madhya Pradesh High Court, which has been monitoring the waste disposal process for over two decades, to examine the alleged mercury hazard and take necessary action in the larger public interest.